Founder Nathalie Pujolle on what goes into establishing an authentic French bakery By Venessa Anthony French pastries and bread have a long and rich history that is closely tied to the country’s culinary traditions and culture. Pastries have been an…
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Layla Gonaduwa strays from conceptualisation
Latest collection on display at Barefoot Gallery Colombo until 14 January 2023 Layla Gonaduwa, in her latest body of work, strays from conceptualisation, and instead introduces simple, poetic jot-downs, diarised alongside the collection, which is currently displayed at Barefoot Gallery…
Christmas – A day in the life
Sri Lankans are finally celebrating their first Christmas somewhat free of Covid-19. Although it is still advisable to be cautious in social gatherings, things can be considered to be relatively under control. Unfortunately, despite overcoming a global pandemic, we have…
Mount Lavinia Hotel celebrates Christmas
Marks reopening journey with seasonal light-up The Mount Lavinia Hotel kicked off its Christmas festivities last Sunday at The Terrace, marking new beginnings as we celebrate the festive season and head into a new year. Welcoming guests at the event,…
Seasonal festivities at the Lotus Tower
In an attempt to provide Sri Lankans with a unique Christmas experience, the Tourism Ministry, along with the Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management (SLITHM), and the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB), has organised “Christmas Colombo –…
A festive weekend
Christmas is almost here, and with just two days to go, you are perhaps looking at a weekend jam-packed with last-minute shopping, brunch or high tea with cousins, dinner with family, and parties with friends. If this is the case,…
Mount Lavinia Hotel is festive yet eco-friendly this season
By Venessa Anthony Mount Lavinia Hotel, joining in on all the festivities of the month, recently hosted a Christmas soirée by the poolside, which was adorned with fairy lights, and after a brief countdown, the eco-friendly Christmas tree was lit…
Making the Sri Pada journey
How one group of hikers tackled stormy weather to conquer Adam’s Peak Tackling any mountain during the best conditions is in itself a challenge, but some prefer the thrill and challenge of climbing mountains during the off-season, when the weather…
Carols at The Mews
Park Street Mews recently brought the Christmas spirit to the streets with Carols at The Mews. On 18 December, award-winning flautist, violinist, pianist and recorder player Sureka Amerasinghe and ensemble treated invitees and patrons to an evening of Christmas carols.…
Sky Gallery opens
A permanent exhibition for the Fareed Uduman collection Nestled high amidst the treetops of Kirula Road, Colombo 5, Sky Gallery of the Fareed Uduman Art Forum showcases his entire range of paintings, cartoons, and poems. This will be a unique…
